Cheerios
Cheerios provides 398 kcal per 100 g, with 32.6 g of sugars and 11.5 g of protein. That is 79% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Breakfast cereals category. Contains: peanuts.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 398 kcal | 390 |
| Total fat | 10.3 g | 9.1 +14% |
| Saturated fat | 1.1 g | 2.2 −50% |
| Carbohydrates | 64.6 g | 66.3 |
| Total sugars | 32.6 g | 18.2 +79% |
| Added sugars | 34.9 g | 13 +168% |
| Dietary fiber | 6.6 g | 8 −18% |
| Protein | 11.5 g | 10.2 +13% |
| Salt | 0.4 g | 0.7 −42% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 4943 Breakfast cereals products on Foodmetria.
Nutrition claims check
Claims its numbers support
- Low saturated fat
- 1.1 g per 100 g, 2% of calories (EU: no more than 1.5 g per 100 g and 10% of calories)
- High fiber
- 6.6 g fiber per 100 g (EU: at least 6 g per 100 g or 3 g per 100 kcal)
Checked against the per-100 g thresholds of EU Regulation 1924/2006, using the nutrition data above. US labels follow FDA rules, which are mostly based on serving size and can give a different result; FDA has no defined “low sugar” claim.
Compared with other breakfast cereals
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
whole grain oats, sugar, peanut butter (peanuts, sugar, monoglycerides, salt), dextrose, corn starch, corn syrup, canola oil, salt, cocoa processed with alkali, caramel color, potassium phosphate, natural flavor, vitamin e (mixed tocopherols) added to preserve freshness, vitamins and minerals: calcium carbonate, vitamin c (sodium 35corbate), iron and zinc (mineral tharients), a b vitamin (niacinamide), vitamin b6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride), vitamin b, (thiamin mononitrate) , vitamin a (palmitate), vitamin b2 (riboflavin), a b vitamin (folic acid), vitamin b12, vitamin d3, contains peanut ingredients,
- Allergens
- Peanuts
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 6163724886078
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Cheerios?
Cheerios contains 398 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Cheerios?
Cheerios has 32.6 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Cheerios healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of C (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
What allergens does Cheerios contain?
According to the label data it contains: Peanuts. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 4, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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